Best Equestrian Camping near Cobden, IL

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Best Equestrian Sites Near Cobden, Illinois (23)

    1. Giant City State Park Campground

    24 Reviews
    Makanda, IL
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 457-4836

    "There are currently 25 equestrian camp sites in this park in a different area than the normal RV and Tent campground."

    "Each site has electricity and access to water. Some have more.

    All the hiking in the park is some of the best in Illinois. The visitors center has a lot of great information."

    2. Deer Ridge Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park

    15 Reviews
    Goreville, IL
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 995-2411

    "Ferne Cliffe State Park is situated in the Shawnee National Forest, in the southern part of Illinois."

    "Dog friendly, pretty well spaced out campsites but some are used as paths with to get to farther back campsites. Good set up, not too close to neighbors and it’s heavily wooded in between."

    3. Shawnee Forest Campground

    34 Reviews
    Vienna, IL
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 658-0619

    $40 / night

    "We followed our GPS to the clearly marked CG entrance but our GPS showed we still had about a half mile to go."

    "This use to be a golf course and the cart paths are now walking trails. Be careful as the paths are in poor condition with cave ins in some areas and they arent blocked off."

    4. Crab Orchard Lake Crab Orchard NWR

    6 Reviews
    Bargerville, IL
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 985-4983

    "This is a quiet family campground, most spots are lake side. Very spacious and lots of trees. First come first serve, and the park was full most of the time we were here."

    "Overall the campground was full but not very many people around. Appears many locals take spots on the weekends & then hold onto them during the week."

    5. Dutchman Lake Camp

    3 Reviews
    Buncombe, IL
    19 miles

    "Beautiful spot with easy access and not far off the highway"

    6. Equestrian Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park

    1 Review
    Goreville, IL
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 995-2411

    "You have to walk from the parking lot into the basic sites but they are super close. Trying here was nice, and campsites a quiet and well taken care of."

    7. Devils Backbone Park

    2 Reviews
    Grand Tower, IL
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 684-6192

    "There are 21 miles of trails throughout the park and a large lake. The attractions are all relatively close to the road (cave, "hidden" spring, and trout streams)."

    8. Apple Creek Conservation Area

    1 Review
    Altenburg, MO
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (573) 290-5730

    9. Johnson Creek

    5 Reviews
    Ava, IL
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 253-7114

    "single, double, and triple camping spots set up on three loops in this small campground nestled in the corner of shawnee national forest. there's a central bath house located near check in. only amenities"

    "The site was fairly secluded, and right on Kincade lake."

    10. South Sandusky Campground

    19 Reviews
    Sesser, IL
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (618) 724-2493

    $16 - $26 / night

    "North and South Sandusky campground is located in southern Illinois on Rend Lake. It is a large state park with tons to do. From boating and swimming to hiking and relaxing."

    "Well maintained on beautiful Rend Lake in southern Illinois. Reservations accepted on reservation.gov. Walk ins also welcome."

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Guide to Cobden

Horse camping in Illinois offers a unique blend of outdoor adventure and equestrian-friendly amenities, perfect for those looking to explore the state's beautiful landscapes on horseback.

Equestrian campers like these nearby activities

  • At Devils Backbone Park, you can enjoy 21 miles of trails that are ideal for horseback riding, along with a large lake for fishing and kayaking.
  • Johnson Creek provides access to scenic trails and a peaceful environment, making it a great spot for equestrian camping and exploration.
  • The Equestrian Campground — Ferne Clyffe State Park is perfect for horse lovers, with trails that connect to the surrounding natural beauty of the park.

Tips for equestrian camping near Cobden, Illinois

Most campgrounds have horse-focused amenities like spacious sites

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Cobden, IL?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Cobden, IL is Giant City State Park Campground with a 4.2-star rating from 24 reviews.

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